Accounting Document Template

ACCOUNTING DOCUMENT TEMPLATE

This General Business Agreement (the Agreement) is entered into as of by and between:

Client Name:    Client Address:

Service Provider Name:    Provider Address:

Recitals

WHEREAS, Client engages Service Provider to perform accounting, bookkeeping, and related financial services for Client's business operations; and

WHEREAS, Service Provider represents that it has the qualifications, experience, and personnel necessary to perform such services in accordance with accepted professional accounting practices; and

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained, the parties agree as follows:

Scope of Work

Fee Schedule and Payment Terms

Client shall pay Service Provider for services rendered in accordance with the following schedule:

Any undisputed amount not paid within days of its invoice due date shall accrue interest at or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is lower. Client remains responsible for all reasonable collection costs, including attorneys' fees, for overdue balances.

Accounting and Records; Fee Schedule

Service Provider shall maintain accounting records and supporting documentation for services performed. Client shall provide timely access to financial records, personnel, and systems as reasonably required. Failure to provide required records may delay services and may result in additional fees.

Term and Termination

This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and continue until terminated as provided herein.

Term Start Date:    Term End Date (if any):

Either party may terminate this Agreement without cause upon days' prior written notice to the other party. Termination for cause may be immediate upon written notice if the other party materially breaches any obligation and fails to cure within 15 days after receipt of written notice of such breach.

Confidentiality

Each party acknowledges that, during performance under this Agreement, it may receive or have access to confidential and proprietary information of the other party. Confidential Information includes but is not limited to financial data, client lists, tax schedules, accounting workpapers, system access credentials, and other non-public information designated as confidential or that, by its nature, should reasonably be understood to be confidential.

Each party agrees to (a) use Confidential Information solely for the performance of this Agreement, (b) restrict disclosure to employees and subcontractors who have a need to know and who are bound by confidentiality obligations no less protective than those herein, and (c) take commercially reasonable measures to protect Confidential Information from unauthorized disclosure. Confidential Information does not include information that is or becomes publicly available through no fault of the receiving party, was known prior to disclosure, or is rightfully obtained from a third party without breach.

Independent Contractor; Compliance

Service Provider is an independent contractor. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create an employer-employee, partnership, or joint venture relationship. Service Provider shall comply with all applicable laws, rules, and professional standards in performing services, including applicable accounting and tax regulations.

Limitation of Liability

Except for breach of confidentiality or willful misconduct, neither party shall be liable to the other for consequential, incidental, special, punitive, or exemplary damages, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. The aggregate liability of either party for direct damages arising from this Agreement shall not exceed the total fees paid by Client to Service Provider under this Agreement during the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of , without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any dispute arising under this Agreement shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in that jurisdiction.

Records Retention and Audit Rights

Service Provider will retain workpapers and records related to the services for at least years following completion. Client may request copies of deliverables and may audit billing and time records upon reasonable notice and during normal business hours.

Entire Agreement; Amendment

This Agreement, including any exhibits and attachments hereto, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, and representations, whether written or oral. Any amendment or modification to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.

Notices

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement must be in writing and delivered to the addresses set forth above or to such other address as either party may designate by written notice. Notices shall be deemed given upon personal delivery, one (1) business day after delivery to a reputable overnight courier, or three (3) days after deposit in the U.S. mail, postage prepaid.

Miscellaneous Provisions

If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Neither party may assign this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other, except that Service Provider may assign to an affiliate or successor in interest without Client consent provided that the assignee assumes all obligations hereunder.

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